PGW5204 Acute and chronic wounds

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Contrast and compare similarities and differences between acute and chronic wound healing.

2. 2

   Identify evidence-based measures for surgical wound management including dressings, techniques, topical treatments and care of sutures, staples and tissue adhesives.

3. 3

   Evaluate the appropriate use of antiseptics, disinfectants and antimicrobial agents in the management of wound infection.

4. 4

   Appraise management approaches for chronic wounds such as venous and arterial leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers and pressure injuries.

5. 5

   Identify barriers to the appropriate use of compression bandaging and hosiery and propose interventions to overcome them.

6. 6

   Analyse the psychosocial impact of a chronic wound on the individual's quality of life.

7. 7

   Describe assessment and management strategies for patients with atypical wounds.

8. 8

   Communicate effectively with patients to improve concordance with wound care management plans for acute, chronic and atypical wounds.